Head of Clinical Pharmacology

RBW Consulting; Leeds; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading biotech company is seeking an accomplished Clinical Pharmacologist to lead clinical pharmacology strategies and integrate vital data into development plans. This high-impact role requires over 10 years of experience in clinical pharmacology, with expertise in PK/PD modeling and regulatory documentation. You will oversee studies, contribute to submissions, and work closely with cross-functional teams, making a significant impact on drug development.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in clinical pharmacology with small molecules.
• Proven leadership in global, cross-functional teams.
• Strong English communication and writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Define and implement clinical pharmacology strategies across early and late-stage programs.
• Oversee first-in-human and drug-drug interaction studies, PK/PD modeling, and dose selection for Phase 2/3 trials.
• Contribute to IND, End-of-Phase 2, and NDA submissions, representing the function in regulatory meetings.

Skills

Clinical pharmacology expertise

PK / PD modeling

Regulatory documentation

Leadership in cross-functional teams

Strong communication skills

Education

Advanced degree (PharmD, PhD or equivalent)

Job description

RBW is seeking an accomplished Clinical Pharmacologist to play a pivotal role in shaping strategy and driving execution across a dynamic biotech’s development portfolio. In this high-impact position, you’ll be the leading authority on clinical pharmacology—developing innovative strategies, guiding study design, and integrating PK / PD and preclinical data into clinical development plans. You’ll influence critical decisions, oversee first-in-human and drug–drug interaction studies, and represent the company in regulatory interactions and external collaborations.

What You’ll Do

• Define and implement clinical pharmacology strategies across early and late-stage programs.
• Oversee first-in-human and drug–drug interaction studies, PK / PD modeling, and dose selection for Phase 2 / 3 trials.
• Contribute to IND, End-of-Phase 2, and NDA submissions, and represent the function in regulatory meetings.
• Work closely with preclinical, clinical, and CMC teams to optimise study design.

What We’re Looking For

• Advanced degree (PharmD, PhD or equivalent)
• 10+ years in clinical pharmacology with small molecules
• Expertise in PK / PD modeling, clinical pharmacology study design, and regulatory documentation
• Proven leadership in global, cross-functional teams
• Strong English communication and writing skills